A salon manager is required to be on duty in the event of a situation regarding:

• A. An equipment malfunction
• B. A weather closure
• C. A person's safety
• D. A customer complaint

Answer: (C)

The main idea is that safety of people in the salon requires the on-duty supervisor. When a situation involves someone’s well-being—an injury, medical issue, exposure to a chemical, or any threat to clients or staff—the manager must be present to respond immediately, initiate first aid if needed, follow proper safety procedures, and coordinate any necessary action or reporting. This on-site supervision ensures risks are assessed and controlled right away, which is essential for protecting people and staying compliant with regulations.

Situations like an equipment problem, weather-related closure, or addressing a customer complaint are important, but they do not inherently demand the manager’s immediate on-site presence to safeguard people in the moment the same way a potential safety incident does.